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With daytime temperatures of 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows of -1°C (30°F), May in PrChristianSund brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 151 mm (5.9 in) falls on average.
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47-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in PrChristianSund typically stay consistent throughout May, with daily highs averaging around 3°C (37°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 2°C (36°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for PrChristianSund spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in PrChristianSund from 1996 through 2026.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Cold weather calls for smart layering in May. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Expect water temperatures of around 1°C (34°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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